US Bridges

Nfa 1240 (sa 7613) over Branch

Fair

Scott County, Tennessee · 2 M NE of Winfield · Structure no. 76S24490005

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
831
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1240 (sa 7613) over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 1240 (sa 7613) over Branch in Scott County, Tennessee. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 831 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,330 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesNfa 1240 (sa 7613)
CrossesBranch
Location2 M NE of Winfield
RouteCounty Highway 1240
CountyScott County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.57493, -84.41925
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating50 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic831 (2021)
Projected traffic1,330 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1240 (sa 7613) over Branch built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1240 (sa 7613) over Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 1240 (sa 7613) over Branch carry?

About 831 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1240 (sa 7613) over Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns Nfa 1240 (sa 7613) over Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.